Learning and Engagement
We have a team of experienced and trained staff and coaches who deliver all our programmes with a passion that will enthuse those taking part.
Our awards and accreditations
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Sporting programmes
Please contact the venue direct about these programmes
Outdoor learning programmes for Primary, Secondary, SEN schools and community groups
Primary
Habitat Discovery Day - Minibeasts
Students explore the weird and wonderful world of minibeasts in a variety of both terrestrial and aquatic micro-habitats.
Primary
Rivers and Lakes Discovery Day
Water in Lee Valley has helped to shape the park, its' habitats and wildlife.
Primary
Cunning Running
Explore the park with our introduction to the exciting sport of orienteering.
Secondary
Lee Valley VeloPark Regeneration in Action
This is a fantastic opportunity for geography students to visit Lee Valley VeloPark, one of the most iconic venues of the London 2012 Games.
Secondary
Team Building Discovery Day
Give your pupils the ultimate team building experience.
All
Forest School
Experience Forest School, an innovative educational approach to outdoor play and learning.
Primary
Habitat Discovery Day – Wildlife
Discover the wildlife on land in our London open space.
Primary
Plant Discovery Day KS1
Grow your pupils knowledge of plant lifecycles as they experience the journey from seed to supper!
Primary
Stone Age Discovery Day
Immerse your students in the world of Stone Age people
Primary
Rivers Walk
A unique opportunity to compare and contrast the natural features of the meandering River Lea with the straight River Lee Navigation.
Secondary
Lee Valley VeloPark iconic Designs and World Class Spaces
Explore Lee Valley VeloPark to excite and engage your students about innovative yet functional spaces and buildings.
Secondary
White Water Investigation
Bring geography to life at Lee Valley White Water Centre.
Adults and Community Groups
Adults and Community Groups
See what we offer for adults and community groups
Primary
Mindfulness and Natural Art Discovery Day
Students are introduced to mindfulness and wellbeing through outdoor experiences.
Primary
Plant Discovery Day KS2
Students follow in the footsteps of Victorian plant hunters undertaking a series of challenges to uncover the secrets of plants!
Primary
WaterWorks Discovery Day
Bring your students to explore this unusual urban nature reserve in the heart of East London.
Primary
Lee Valley VeloPark Legacy in Action
Experience the legacy of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games at the world class Lee Valley VeloPark
Secondary
Orienteering
Orienteering is the ultimate activity to help your group bond and gain confidence.
SEN Schools and Groups
Explore Project
Discover the Lee Valley Regional Park in bite size portions combining three short workshops to create unique and relevant programme for your students.
Prices
Valid for visits 1 April 2022 onward
In Lee Valley Regional Park
Standard programmes:
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Full day and Discovery Day - £258 per class
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Half day - £174 per class
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Forest Schools - £495 per 6 week block of 2 hour sessions (for up to 15 participants)
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Guided walk - £50 per group (for up to 40 participants)
Special rates for SEN and Youth Groups (per participant) – Half day £5.60; Full day £8.60
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SEN groups – Minimum charge for 10 participants
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Youth groups – Minimum charge for 15 participants
Sessions in your school (price as below plus mileage at 50p per mile)
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Stone Age Discovery Day - £350 (up to 35 participants)
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Mindfulness in Schools - £450 for 9 weeks of one hour sessions (up to 35 participants)
Sporting programmes:
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Vary by venue and activity
Opportunities for assessing learner progress
Our Learning and Engagement team who deliver our outdoor education programmes use numerous techniques to assess student learning. These will facilitate teacher’s assessment of their students’ learning throughout their session.
These include:
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Questions and answer sessions
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Enabling students to make predictions and reasoning using knowledge gained during sessions, research and conclude their findings during the visit
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Role play presentations to each other, teachers and/or the whole group to reiterate key facts learnt
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Individual learning and decision making
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Creating designs based on research and presenting ideas and designs in groups
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Navigating under time limits and obtaining scores during competitions